There’s an emerging name in the Old South fashion scene, and that name is Smith. Jack Smith. Jack is the founder of “Jack’s Beads”, a company providing a fresh take on the handmade jewellery market.
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Lofthouse Living is a relatively new retail space in Downtown London, Ontario, owned by husband and wife Jennifer & Jesse Lofthouse. Lofthouse Living was created to be as authentic to the owners as possible, anyone can open a shop and fill it with product; however, Jennifer and Jesse want their customers to leave their store with a relational experience, visual inspiration and possibly an item that they can incorporate into their own home.
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On March 8th, 2018, I was invited to MeatHeads Steak + Burger Bar, a relatively new and much-needed addition to Downtown, London, located at 691 Richmond St, London, ON.
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The Pickle Social Club is a relatively new addition to the Old East Village of London, Ontario, opening less than a year ago in the Summer of 2017. Located on 874 Dundas Street in London, Ontario, The Pickle Social Club brings a unique, hip and affordable rental space for social events in the community.
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On November 10th, 2017 I had the opportunity to meet with Kristy LeBlanc owner of @ The Barre, a fitness and Pilates studio, located in the heart of Downtown London at a 615 Richmond St Unit D in London, Ontario.
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Located across from the convent garden market, on 125 King Street in London, Ontario, is a local restaurant named Wich is Wich. If you haven't heard of Wich is Wich now is your chance, if you have, you'll likely know them for their incredible selection of gourmet sandwiches.
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Bringing an authentic tea experience to London, Ontario is exactly what owners of The Tea Lounge in London, Ontario did. Owners of The Tea Lounge, Tang and Michelle met at Fanshawe College in the Business of Tea program, Michelle as the instructor and Tang as the student, both sharing a passion for the study of tea.
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Launched in July of 2016, Os & Oakes is the creation of duo Erika Oakes and her brother Michael Lipari. As a mom of two toddler boys, Erika felt inspired to produce a line of clothing that her kids could play in comfortably, while looking fashionable and on-trend. Michael also felt compelled to design a sleek contemporary brand, that would portray an adult style for toddlers.
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The Cake Queen takes pride in their family recipes, and endless experimenting to make new recipes. They also purchase only the freshest local ingredients such as farm fresh eggs, in season fruits and vegetables, flours and dairy.
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With so much information on nutrition and health for the public to navigate through, Nutrition Bites officially decided enough was enough! Sandra Venneri, owner and Top Finalist in the 2017 Mompreneur National Awards, saw too many people looking towards celebrities and trusting information from what they thought was a credible source.
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Duck & Dodo is London's newest Antique and Artisan Market featuring 40 vendors that stock the store with new and interesting items on a weekly basis. With a hope to help Londoners with their true vintage lifestyle, they are proud on carrying just about anything antique.
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Hyacinth has been a hair stylist in London, Ontario for over 20 years and has done countless styles for all sorts of people, as well as changing her own hair style on a weekly basis. Many of her clients request the service of hair extensions.
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Local musician Stephanie Brown and longtime politician Joe Preston are busy in their St. Thomas kitchen baking fresh granola for all their customers every single week. How did this all come about? It’s a story about love for your kids, healthy living, supporting local farmers and the love of great tasting nutritious food! The two partners created a culinary masterpiece which is known as Living Alive Granola in Elgin County.
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CHE Restobar, owned by Marvin Rivas, shows a perfect synergy of culinary know-how and stunning surroundings. The restaurant offers innovative dishes that draw upon bold and unique flavours from both Central and South American countries.
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Aran and Joie had worked for Aveda corporately for a combined time of 13 years. They knew from day one that they wanted to open their own salon one day, never knowing where, or what it would look like, they just knew it was going to happen. The last city Aveda had Aran and Joie in was Vancouver while Aran's home town is Exeter. When They had the chance to move, Aran choose London. It allowed Aran and Joie a chance to potentially own a home, as well as open our dream. They really lucked out (unknowingly at the time) and found a house in Wortley.
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As you may know, Living London Ontario is a celebration of the many local businesses that contribute every day to make London a great city to live, work and play. Recently, I had the chance to sit down and chat with local entrepreneur and Founder of CityMatch – Jodi Simpson – who is all about the London lived experience for newcomers who have relocated to London, Ontario.
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Locomotive Espresso was born out of Charles and Jill Wright's passion for great coffee. They were dissatisfied with the London coffee scene and wanted a place that echoed what they experienced through their travels abroad. Places like Australia, Seattle and Italy where coffee was not just a quick stop over during your commute but a relaxing break with great tasting coffee (we are talking the kind you don't need to add sugar to) from your daily routine.
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“After being downsized from my job in the financial sector, I did some soul searching and knew that I wanted to create a space where people could come, do yoga and feel free being judged or self conscious when they are on their mat,” says owner Allison Silcox.
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Have you ever dreamed of being Robin Hood, Katniss Everdeen or Green Arrow? Have you ever thought it would be great to shoot your friends, family and coworkers (or boss) with a bow and arrows and not get in trouble for it? The Hood Archery Games, all of these dreams become a reality in an exciting and adrenaline-rushing experience that requires you to give it your all.
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Owner and Cake designer Kate St Laurent works on cake sketches for her clients at Bake Shop Studio. While this may not sound so unusual, Bake Shop Studio is definitely not your average Bakery. Before opening Bake Shop Studio, Kate had developed a large portfolio of work. “I went to Art School, I’ve studied with top cake designers and I have years of experience working in bakeries so I knew that I was ready.”
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